Pitsea Elim is a church that is part of the Elim Foursquare Gospel Alliance, a worldwide denomination that was founded in the County of Monaghan in Ireland as God moved powerfully in 1915 through the work of evangelist George Jeffreys. Since then the world-wide spread of the general Pentecostal church has grown from a few thousand at the beginning of the 20th century, to well over an estimated 450,000,000 Christians now.

The name Elim is taken from Exodus 15:27 where we read that the Israelites "came to Elim, where there were twelve springs and seventy palm trees, and they camped there near the water." An Oasis in a barren land is a fitting symbol to the vision and heart of both the Elim movement and this church.

We are committed to preaching a message of rest and refreshing, salvation and healing, for the body, soul and spirit in the wilderness of the world. Jesus said, "If anyone is thirsty, let him come to me and drink. Whoever believes in me, as the Scripture has said, streams of living water will flow from within him" (John 7:37-38).

At Elim, we have an open door for everyone. Whether you are new to church, have been a Christian for many years, or are looking for a fresh start, regardless of your age, ethnicity or life experience, you are welcome here at Pitsea Elim.